John D. Rockefeller: Captain of Industry or Robber Baron?

What was John D. Rockefeller's first job in the business world?

• C. Railroad executive

• B. Bookkeeper for a produce company

• A. Oil refinery manager

• D. Grain merchant

How did Rockefeller initially gain control over the oil market?

• D. By buying out all oil companies in Europe

• B. Through secret deals with railroads and acquiring refineries

• C. By forming a partnership with the government

• A. By inventing a new oil drilling technique

What was one of Rockefeller's beliefs that influenced his business practices?

• D. The value of employee unions

• A. The importance of government regulation

• B. The Protestant work ethic

• C. The need for international expansion

What legal action was taken against Standard Oil in the 1890s?

• D. The Robinson-Patman Act

• C. The Federal Trade Commission Act

• B. The Sherman Antitrust Act

• A. The Clayton Antitrust Act

After retiring, how did Rockefeller contribute to society?

• B. By donating millions to charity

• A. By investing in new oil ventures

• C. By starting a new political party

• D. By writing a book on business ethics